Lawrence Township Recreation Department provides recreational programs that enrich the quality of life for Lawrence residents by promoting an active lifestyle and encouraging social interaction. The Lawrence Township Recreation Department offers a year-round selection of athletics, camps, special events, and instructional programs for the residents of Lawrence Township.
Nancy Bergen, Superintendent of Recreation
Jeffrey Radice, Recreation Leader
Emily Kurlander, Recreation Leader
Superintendent of Recreation, Nancy Bergen, presented the 2024 Department Budget at the February 6th Town Council meeting. The presentation can be viewed here.
Please visit our program catalog for the latest available programs.
2024 Holiday House Decorating Contest
Holiday Cheer is Here!
We’re thrilled to announce the winners of this year’s Holiday House Decorating Contest:
Best Inflatable Award: 334 Glenn Ave
Best Classic Design: 3 Empress Lane
Most Extreme Display & Children's Choice Award: 6 Empress Lane (a double-category winner!)
Best Block: Winnipeg Lane
Congratulations to all the winners for spreading so much holiday magic in our community!
Take a festive drive through town to enjoy these incredible displays and celebrate the creativity of your neighbors!
A big thank you to everyone who participated and to those who cast their votes. Your holiday spirit makes our community brighter!
✨ We've just added a THIRD Jolly Trolley!
🗓 Date: December 19th
💰 Cost: $12 per person (Lap-seating for kiddos under 2 is FREE!)
🕒 Sessions: 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM
Enjoy a 45-minute ride through Lawrence to see the residents' stunning holiday house displays—sure to bring out your holiday spirit!
To make sure everyone gets a fair shot, registration will be done for the 3rd Trolley through a lottery system:
Please note: There are limited seats available on the 3rd trolley. Some participants’ names were added to the 3rd trolley from the December 2nd registration waitlist. The lottery will be used to fill the remaining seats on the 3rd trolley.
🎟️ Enter for up to 4 participants per family by filling out the Google form here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWAk8diYIciWsHUMJo57vS5MbwxEQYeN0smaqn-wRV9OwS4Q/viewform?usp=dialog or visiting the Rec Office (M-F, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM).
🕘 Registration closes at 9 AM on 12/17, and lucky winners will then be randomly selected and notified.
See the Google form for more information and to register for the lottery!
Let’s spread some holiday joy—after all, this ride is for the jolliest folks out there!
📣 Questions? Call the Recreation Department at 609-844-7064.
🌟 All aboard the Jolly Trolley! 🌟
Lawrence High School Pool Hours
Monday & Wednesday: CLOSED
Tuesday & Thursday: Lap & Open Swim - 6:00pm to 6:45pm
Friday: Lap & Open Swim - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Saturday: Lap & Open Swim - 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Sundays and Holidays: CLOSED
ATTN: POOL CLOSED 12/21 to 1/1. REOPENING 1/2.
Purchase Pool Memberships Here
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Do you have an idea for a program and would like to run a program?
We are always looking for new programs to offer to the community. If you have any interest or special talents and you would like to offer a program through us please email Nancy Bergen .
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